Michael Mabayomije Jinadu Emerges as OOU’s 2nd Overall Best Graduand with 4.82/5.00 GPA

Jinadu’s academic journey, marked by a rare blend of leadership and consistency, saw him dominate across tiers:

Michael Mabayomije Jinadu Emerges as OOU’s 2nd Overall Best Graduand with 4.82/5.00 GPA

Michael Mabayomije Jinadu, a Computer Engineering luminary, has cemented his legacy at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), graduating as the 2nd Overall Best Student for the 2023/2024 session with a near-perfect 4.82/5.00 CGPA. Jinadu’s academic journey, marked by a rare blend of leadership and consistency, saw him dominate across tiers: Best Graduating Student for the College of Engineering and Environmental Studies, the Faculty of Engineering, and the Department of Computer Engineering. 

A Legacy of Excellence and Leadership

Jinadu’s ascent to academic stardom was no accident. From his first year, he combined scholarly rigor with transformative leadership: 

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  • 100L: Served as Interim Faculty Government Representative while maintaining a 4.70 CGPA. 
  • 200L: Emerged as a Vibrant Faculty Stakeholder (advocating for student welfare) with a 4.72 CGPA. 
  • 300L: Appointed Departmental Academic Director and Student Union Government (SUG) Representative, scaling his CGPA to 4.79. 
  • 400L: Stepped into the role of Faculty Librarian, further elevating his academic record to 4.81. 
  • 500L: Crowned Faculty President and a prominent political leader, culminating in his 4.82 CGPA and historic Best Graduating Student honor. 

Peer Recognition: A Selfless Mentor

Jinadu’s influence transcended classrooms. Classmate Gibson David praised his dual impact: 

“Egbon [senior], your tutorials and leadership redefined excellence. You balanced academics, politics, and mentorship flawlessly. This victory is for all of us you’ve uplifted!” 

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Embracing OOU’s Motto: OLU-IJO MIMO DID

Jinadu’s journey mirrors the university’s ethos of nurturing pioneers. His 5-year trajectory—marked by rising GPAs and escalating leadership roles—exemplifies resilience and service.

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About Olabisi Onabanjo University

Founded in 1982, OOU remains a beacon of academic and leadership excellence, producing globally competitive graduates. 

 

— Reporting for Myschoolnews, Okoro David Emeka